As rare as rocking horse shit

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Heard in Tipperary and Mayo

Extremely rare, something that is all but impossible to encounter.

In use

A good Westlife song, that's as rare as rocking horse shit.

Posh English

A good Westlife song? That is as rare as the droppings of a rocking horse.

Same phrase, other counties

FAQ

What does As rare as rocking horse shit mean?

Extremely rare, something that is all but impossible to encounter.

How do you use As rare as rocking horse shit?

For example: “A good Westlife song, that's as rare as rocking horse shit.” In Posh English: A good Westlife song? That is as rare as the droppings of a rocking horse.